Eknath Shinde
IndiapoliticianMaleb. 19705.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Eknath Shinde is an Indian politician and the current Chief Minister of Maharashtra, who gained prominence after leading a faction of the Shiv Sena party. Known for his political acumen and leadership skills, he played a pivotal role in re-establishing the Shiv Sena after a split in the party, and his governance has included a focus on welfare schemes and public engagement.
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Eknath Shinde has taken control of the Shiv Sena after a revolt against Uddhav Thackeray.
Politics of silence: Is NCP(SP) chief Sharad Pawar keeping options open on Delimitation Bill? | India NewsIndia· 2026-07-22
Eknath Shinde is the Maharashtra deputy chief minister who commented on the cleverness of his political rival.
'He is very clever, knows ... ': What Eknath Shinde said on Uddhav-Fadnavis flight | India NewsIndia· 2026-06-28Eknath Shinde declared 'Operation Tiger' successful after six rebel MPs joined his Shiv Sena.
Evening news wrap: 6 rebel Uddhav MPs join Shinde's Shiv Sena; 15 killed in Lucknow fire tragedy & more | India NewsIndia· 2026-06-22
Eknath Shinde is mentioned as the head of the faction that Sanjay Raut accuses of insulting Shiv Sena.
Some dissident MPs in touch with Shiv Sena (UBT), claims Sanjay Raut; Sanjay Patil’s daughter meets Uddhav Thackeray, says she’s still with party | Mumbai NewsIndia· 2026-06-21
Eknath Shinde is the Chief Minister who has gained the confidence of six MPs from Shiv Sena (UBT).
‘Submit written explanation within 24 hours’: Shiv Sena (UBT) issues show-cause notice to absentee MPs, threatens disqualification | Mumbai NewsIndia· 2026-06-20
Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde directed authorities to prepare a special emergency traffic management plan.
Could the 13-km ‘missing link’ on Pune–Mumbai Expressway have prevented 32-hour jam? | Mumbai NewsIndia· 2026-02-05
Eknath Shinde is a key political figure alongside Ajit Pawar in the Maharashtra government.
Was Ajit Pawar considering an NCP merger before his death? What aides say | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-30
Eknath Shinde was mocked by Aaditya Thackeray during the debate about the overpass design.
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Eknath Shinde is referenced in the context of the alliance with Ajit Pawar's faction.
NCP in Catch-22: Ajit Pawar's 'last wish' and Mahayuti alliance; calls for Sunetra to step in | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-29
Eknath Shinde is a political ally of Ajit Pawar and known for his role in the Maharashtra government.
Long innings ends with dream unfulfilled | Pune NewsIndia· 2026-01-29
His statement comes two days after five MNS corporators extended support to Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena.
'Never for my personal gain': Raj Thackeray's cryptic take on 'flexible' politics; remark after MNS-Sena tie-up in Kalyan | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-23
Eknath Shinde stated that the mayor in the BMC will be from the Mahayuti and emphasized respect for the public mandate.
Mumbai mayor tussle: Shiv Sena-BJP talks today, poll likely on Jan 31; will respect mandate, says Eknath Shinde | Mumbai NewsIndia· 2026-01-20
Eknath Shinde felicitated his newly elected corporators.
Hotel politics returns to Mumbai: Mahayuti’s musical chairs over mayor after BMC win — key takeaways | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-18
Eknath Shinde leads the Shiv Sena faction that is allied with the BJP and has secured a majority in the elections.
Who will be Mumbai mayor? Suspense grows as Shiv Sena eyes first 2.5-year term; Uddhav Thackeray pushes ‘dream’ pitch | Mumbai NewsIndia· 2026-01-18
Eknath Shinde is leading the Shinde Sena and is involved in negotiations for power-sharing in the Mumbai civic corporation.
Maharashtra civic polls: Eknath Shinde corrals his 29 corporators in hotel; no question of poaching, says CM Devendra Fadnavis | Mumbai NewsIndia· 2026-01-18Owaisi pointed out that Uddhav Thackeray's candidate had won in the area where Eknath Shinde's house is located.
Maha election ‘tie-up’: Asaduddin Owaisi says no alliance with BJP or NDA; AIMIM corporators asked to withdraw Akot support | Hyderabad NewsIndia· 2026-01-18
Eknath Shinde is mentioned as the DCM who moved newly elected corporators to a 5-star hotel, which Uddhav criticized.
Maharashtra civic polls: Eknath Shinde fears BJP; god willing, we’ll have our mayor, says Uddhav Thackeray | Mumbai NewsIndia· 2026-01-18
Eknath Shinde, the deputy chief minister, finds himself vulnerable due to the Shiv Sena's split and the BJP's dominance.
BMC mayor post: Why Eknath Shinde has moved his leaders to resort - number game explained | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-17Eknath Shinde led the Shiv Sena in the BMC elections.
BMC election results 2026: Shinde Sena makes dent in UBT-MNS tally, but only just | Mumbai NewsIndia· 2026-01-17
Eknath Shinde has made impressive gains since he broke ranks with Uddhav.
Thackerays lose control of BMC: What's next for Uddhav and his Sena | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-16Eknath Shinde is leading the Shiv Sena alliance in the local body elections.
Maharashtra civic polls results 2026: Mahayuti surge dents Thackeray camps; Congress falters - highlights | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-16
Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena secured 53 posts.
Mahayuti sweeps Phase 1 of Maharashtra local body polls | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-22
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde emphasized the importance of alliance dharma among political partners.
Cracks appear in Mahayuti: As Maharashtra local polls draw near, Eknath Shinde pitches for 'dharma of alliance' amid poaching row | Mumbai NewsIndia· 2025-12-01
Eknath Shinde was present at the ceremony to support Nitish Kumar.
Bihar: Nitish Kumar to take oath as CM for 10th time today | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-19
Eknath Shinde's 'Ladki Behin Yojana' once again played a big role.
Bihar election results: How BJP flipped the script after 2024 Lok Sabha setback | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-14
Eknath Shinde is leading one of the parties involved in the dispute over the Shiv Sena's election symbol.
Petitioners pick SIR over EC, SC to hear on November 11 | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-07
Eknath Shinde is mentioned in the context of political comparisons regarding chief ministerial positions.
Bihar polls: My age may be young, but my promise is mature, says Tejashwi Yadav | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-01
Eknath Shinde is mentioned as having led the poll campaign for the NDA.
INDIA bloc names Tejashwi as CM face for Bihar, Mukesh his deputy ahead of polls | Patna NewsIndia· 2025-10-23
Eknath Shinde expressed confidence in the Mahayuti alliance ahead of the local body elections.
'9.6 million fake voters added': Raj Thackeray urges EC to halt Maharashtra local body polls; opposition leaders plan march | Mumbai NewsIndia· 2025-10-20Eknath Shinde has accused Uddhav Thackeray of abandoning the party’s core values of Hindutva and Marathi pride.
'Attempts made to break Shiv Sena': Uddhav Thackeray's veiled jab at Eknath Shinde; calls BJP 'amoeba' | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-02